Chapter One
It had been months since Lucy had last gone on a date. She wasn't even sure if she remembered how to act. Or how she was supposed to dress. She couldn't go all out sex appeal. I mean I was only the first date. She couldn't let the guy think she was a slut. But, at the same time she couldn't play it safe.
All these thoughts were running rapid through her mind when she was startled by a loud "ahem". She twirls around to find Wyatt, adorable as usual, sporting a devious, and proud smirk.
"Sorry, I didn't mean to scare you Babydoll." Lucy smiled at that last part. She had always secretly loved it whenever he called her that. It wasn't often. He'd only said it while they were with Bonnie and Clyde. But even then, it was only pretend. "No worries, Sweetheart."
Lucy could see the heat rush to his face. A soft, growing darker, blush was creeping up his neck. Over his cheeks. At the sight of this, Lucy began blushing. She hadn't realized what an effect she had on Wyatt.
Their joined silence was interrupted, quite rudely, by an estatic Jiya. "Hey, Luc-" The slightly younger woman looked her up and down. Her jaw dropped. And then she spoke. "You're not even dressed. You're supposed to be at the restaurant in . . ." She paused to look down at her wrist. "Half an hour!"
Lucy was still in shock from the sudden burst of energy. She took a few seconds to comprehend just what her friend had said. "I-I . . ." Lucy's attempt at a response was cut off. "I don't want to hear excuses. Just go get ready." She glanced at Wyatt for the first time since she'd barged in. Then looking back at Lucy said, "You have 15 minutes. I doubt that's enough time to get your hair and makeup done though."
Wyatt's booming voice rang through the crisp air. "She'll be ready." Lucy had completely forgotten that he was there. Without saying anything more, Jiya turns on her heels, heading towards the door.
Lucy guided her attention back to Wyatt. His Windex blue eyes bore into hers. Her jaw went slack as she examined the deep pools staring back at her. Then her eyes drifted down to his lips. She didn't realize how long she had been staring until the man cleared his throat.
"So, what was that all about?" He asked. It took Lucy a minute to remember what they were talking about. "Oh, oh that!" Wyatt chuckled as Lucy stumbled around her words. "Jiya just set me up on a blind date, and she's really excited about it."
The smile fell from his face. "You have a date tonight?" Lucy could almost hear the jealousy in Wyatt's voice. "Yeah, speaking of which, I probably should go get ready." She started to walk towards the changing room before adding, "I'll see you later, okay?" Wyatt just nodded. Not really acknowledging what she had said.
When Lucy entered the room she located the duffle bag placed on the metal bench. Jiya must have already picked her clothes out for her. She walks over to it, taking a deep breath before unzipping the bag.
Inside, Lucy found a simple baby blue dress, and stunning white pumps to go with it. She also found a makeup kit, curling iron, and a set of pearl earrings and bracelet. Jiya had done a terrific job choosing Lucy's outfit!
When she put the dress on, Lucy noticed the low dip in the neckline. It came dangerously close to being almost too revealing, but Lucy had to admit, it was gorgeous. She put on the earrings and clasped the bracelet on her left wrist.
After spending the better part of 10 minutes doing her hair and makeup, Lucy finally took a look in the mirror and decided that she was devastating. With a sigh of contentment she grabbed the duffle bag, now filled with her casual clothes, and strutted out to meet Jiya.
The clicking of her heels were all that was heard throughout the halls. Lucy saw Wyatt's broad back facing her. For a split second she had the devilish idea to take the situation to her advantage and scare him. But that darn clicking gave her away before she had a chance. Wyatt turned so that his beautiful backside was out of Lucy's sight.
When her gaze finally made its way to his eyes all she saw was black. Wyatt's pupils were completely dilated. Wow! This is one hell of an outfit. Nice going Jiya! As Lucy approached she could see a hot blush starting up Wyatt's neck.
"What do you think?" she asks, twirling so he can take in the full effect. Lucy couldn't believe how much she enjoyed seeing Wyatt this way. "Uh, um . . ." he was speechless. Lucy began smiling at his sudden loss for words. "You look . . . oh, I don't think there's a word to describe how beautiful you look."
Now she was blushing. She kinda wished that Wyatt was the man she was having dinner with. "Well, I'm all ready to go!" Lucy glanced around the otherwise empty space. "Where's Jiya?" she asks. Wyatt snapped out of his trance. "Uh, she left. Said that she was done waiting and that you could find another ride."
Her eyes grew. Wonderful. She was gonna have to take a cab. Unless . . . "Would you . . .?" She stopped herself. He was probably tired and it would be wierd yo ask him to drop her off for a date. "Never mind. I'll just take a cab." Lucy started towards the exit, but was stopped abruptly by Wyatt's grip on her forearm.
"You don't need to take a cab. I'm happy to drive you." His iconic smirk appeared. "Besides, you wouldn't want to ruin that gorgeous dress by sitting in a filthy cab." Lucy smiled. "Alright. But only because you gave me no choice." Wyatt extended his arm for Lucy to take. "Shall we go then?" She nods fervently and takes his arm.